Travelling from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL): what you need to know
A direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to EuroAirport Swiss takes on average 1 hour 40 minutes. The timezone in Basel is UTC+1, so it's 1 hour ahead of London.
Choose from 47 weekly flights from London Heathrow Airport to EuroAirport Swiss. The 06:25 departure with British Airways is the earliest you can take between LHR and BSL. British Airways operates the latest service of the day at 20:15 if you're not into early starts.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
British Airways has direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to EuroAirport Swiss. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Basel — plus maybe even more of Switzerland if your schedule allows.
If you want to break up your flight from London Heathrow Airport to EuroAirport Swiss, add a stopover to your trip. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to find a city that appeals to you. The most popular stopovers on the LHR - BSL route are:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Frankfurt Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
To see if you need a visa to enter Switzerland, check with your carrier and the local embassy or consulate. They'll provide you with the most up-to-date information, including additional documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from LHR to BSL.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from London Heathrow Airport to EuroAirport Swiss is $89. The cheapest price for a return flight is $151. Remember that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book 1 month before you want to travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap flight tickets from LHR to BSL.
Organise your trip for September. That's the cheapest month for tickets from London Heathrow Airport to EuroAirport Swiss. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
Sign into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll get notified straight away if there's a better deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you the hassle of looking for cheap flight tickets from LHR to BSL every day.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from London Heathrow Airport to EuroAirport Swiss.
Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The journey from central London to London Heathrow Airport takes approximately 1 hour and 1 minute on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or hail a cab, you'll cover the 31 kilometres in 57 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
After a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near LHR. Whether you're on an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to EuroAirport Swiss or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
If you're arriving on a late flight from London Heathrow Airport to EuroAirport Swiss, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near BSL:
Getting from EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to central Basel
EuroAirport Swiss to the centre of Basel takes around 14 minutes in a car. It's approximately 6 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 28 minutes.
When to fly to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from London Heathrow Airport to EuroAirport Swiss. August is the most popular month to visit Basel. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from London Heathrow Airport to EuroAirport Swiss for July if you'd like to visit Basel during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 10ºC and 29ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LHR to BSL in January. Temperatures average between -5ºC and 8ºC then.
More about Basel
If you're looking for somewhere to rest your head, you can find the best stays in Basel right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from LHR to BSL:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Basel Minster, Bistro Kunstmuseum Basel and Rhine River Cruises are must-visits when exploring Basel.
Complete your Basel trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to EuroAirport Swiss, browse the lowest prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one place to find the best car rental price for your Basel getaway.